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Cake Mix Magic: Think Outside the Box

In this class we'll reinvent a simple box of cake mix in such incredible ways that you'd never know the resulting scrumptious edible masterpiece started in a box.
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This is a FLEX class and does not meet live!!  
Why is a flex format positively awesome for baking and cake decorating? 
#1  For best results, learners truly need to work with ingredients in an ideal state.  In live classes a lot of time is spent “keeping the group together.”  Oftentimes this means learners are working with fondant that has dried out of ganache that has cooled because they aren’t able to work at the best pace for them. 
#2  Creative minds typically don’t like to be rushed.  I doubt Van Gogh ever said, “I’ve got 55 minutes.  Let’s knock out some sunflowers!”  I can see precision, detail, and creativity in the work my learners complete because they have the time to really immerse themselves and work at a pace that is comfortable for them. 
#3  The ability to pause and rewind is like being the gift of time travel!  Class participants can manage the pace of the class themselves and customize it 100% to their learning style. 
#4  As a working mom of three homeschooled kids, I completely understand how busy life can be sometimes.  This class is available whenever you are!  Rainy day and soccer is cancelled?  Make your cake!  School holiday?  Make your cake!  Flexibility is a gift in our busy lives!  

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Does your child have an artistic flair?  Love good food?  Love to watch the kids baking championship and other Food Network fascinations?  This class is for them! 

This class encourages learners to think outside the (cake) box!  We’ll be using cake mixes in ways you probably never thought possible to create scrumptious desserts.  We’ll reinvent the cake mix to such a degree that no one will ever dream it originated in a box.  This class is the tip of the iceberg.  Once learners start using cake mix in unique ways their wheels will continue to turn and creativity will soar well beyond our time together in class.  

Each week a series of videos will be shared in the classroom providing students with step-by-step instruction for the skills we'll be focusing on.  Students can work at a time that is convenient for them, re-watch the videos, pause while working along... whatever jives best with their creative process.  I encourage lots of classroom discussion throughout class.  Whether you're stuck on something or jumping up and down with success... share!  I love to see it all - from work in progress photos to completed masterpieces.  Students can learn so much through classroom discussions and peer review.  Plus we all love cheering one another's successes in the classroom.  I am available to troubleshoot and am able to hop in a classroom when necessary for the toughest of questions.  Let's create together! 

Week One:  Milky Way Madness 
Week Two:  PB&J Cookie Bars
Week Three:  Cherry Cobbler with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream (no machine necessary)
Week Four:  Lemon Cheesecake Bars

It should be noted prior to enrolling in this class that an electric hand mixer or stand mixer will be necessary for our coursework.  

When it comes to cake decorating…. I pretty much do it all!  I can take learners from their very first box mix all the way up to stacking tiers upon tiers of fondant covered edible works of art!  I offer a “skills map” towards the end of each class to help learners identify what skills they may want to jump into next.  Want to see some of the cakes learners have recently completed in classes with me?  Check out this link - https://youtu.be/gm7GTE5aRrc

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Milky Way Poke Cake
 In this lesson we'll be making a Milky Way poke cake with a homemade nougat filling. 
Lesson 2:
PB&J Bars
 In this lesson we'll be making scrumptious peanut butter and jelly bars. 
Lesson 3:
Cherry Cobbler and Homemade Ice Cream
 In this lesson we'll be making a delicious cherry cobbler with homemade vanilla ice cream to top it with. 
Lesson 4:
Lemon Cheesecake Bars
 In this lesson we'll be making light and refreshing lemon cheesecake bars. 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Participants will be using knives, oven, stove top, and other kitchen gadgets. Throughout the videos, learners are encouraged to seek assistance where they need it. I trust your judgement with regard to supervision of your individual learner.
Supply List
A very detailed supply list is available in the classroom upon enrollment.  However, below is an overview of the ingredients and supplies we'll be using during class for your review.  

Chocolate cake mix 
Butter
Sugar
Evaporated milk
Marshmallow fluff
Vanilla extract
Cool whip
Caramel
Milky Way bars
Yellow cake mix
Peanut butter
Quick cooking oats
Jelly - grape or strawberry
Flour
Salt
Baking powder and soda
Brown sugar
Cherry pie filling
Heavy cream
Almond extract
Sweetened condensed milk
Lemon cake mix
Egg
Vegetable oil
Cream cheese
Lemons
PAM spray

Supplies- An electric hand mixer or stand mixer is essential for this class.  Other items needed are 9x13 baking dish, 8x8 baking dish, and standard kitchen equipment like spatulas, oven mitts, etc.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Judith Smetana
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Judith Smetana
California Teaching Certificate
Maura Knowles
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Andrea Phillips
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Melissa Riggs
Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Melissa Riggs
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Melissa Riggs
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
Giselle S. Veach
Master's Degree in Education from University of North Texas
Melissa Riggs
Bachelor's Degree in International Business from The Ohio State University
Judith Smetana
Bachelor's Degree in Communications from San Francisco State Universtiy
Maura Knowles
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
Giselle S. Veach
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Idaho
Giselle S. Veach
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Nova Southeastern University
Meagan Tauber
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of North Texas
Melissa Riggs
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Arizona State University
McKenzi Aguirre
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Tiffany Barnes
Associate's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Judith Smetana
I am a professional baker who has been teaching confectionery arts on Outschool for three years now.  I have loved baking since I was the age of most of my learners!  In fact, in class you’ll see my beloved KitchenAid stand mixer that was my 12th birthday present and is still a total workhorse to this day!  

When my kids were young I decided to take some cake decorating classes to ensure my kids always had show-stopping cakes at their parties.  Over time it blossomed into a career beyond my wildest dreams.  I operated a bakery for a number of years and eventually transitioned into this ultra-fulfilling role as a confectionery arts teacher.  

I love seeing the creativity, patience, and precision that goes into each learner’s work.  However, I also love seeing them manage a project from start to finish.  I am proud of them when they are faced with a setback in their project and they calmly make a plan B.  I enjoy watching them interact in the virtual classroom as they learn from one another and provide feedback/compliments on the work of their peers.  There is so much more to cake decorating than just cake.  (((Although as an invested parent it is your responsibility to partake in eating their delicious homework – haha!)))  These learners grow in so many ways throughout class and it is a blessing to participate in that process.  

I am so excited for this opportunity to create with your learner.

Watch Meagan's intro video here:  https://youtu.be/s_P4jmzt7Sg

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